YOUNG entrepreneurs in Widnes and Runcorn are being sought to take part in a major awards scheme.

The Young Entrepreneurs business award scheme will see Halton contenders up against young business bosses from across Cheshire.

The competition is open to any business person who is no older than 31 on January 31, 2007, and who has launched their own business in the past 18 months.

Entries must include a business plan and the winners will be announced next March.

To enter the competition, e-mail awards@cepea.co.uk stating the business's name and address along with a contact name and telephone number. Alternatively phone 01244 311474 or send a fax to 01244 310690. Entries must be submitted by January 31, 2007.